Israeli officials said they didn't confirm that the prime minister would actually meet with the convalescing president as planned until the day before takeoff; and they weren't sure that Biden would still be a candidate for reelection by the time they leave town.
The shifting political winds could embolden the Israeli leader, analysts said, at a crucial time in Gaza cease-fire negotiations.
Netanyahu remains adamant that Israel must fight until Hamas has been destroyed, a goal his own generals have said is unachievable.
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